Conservation Manager

7 days ago


Abingdon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom South and Vale District Council Full time £42,576 - £48,530
Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of this role include:

  • Providing ecological advice to planning colleagues in relation to small and medium scale development proposals
  • Negotiating with developers and defending planning decisions at appeals
  • Practical species and habitat surveys skills
  • Assisting the Council in responding to the requirements of the Environment Act 2021 relating to the delivery of mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain in the planning process

A degree or diploma in ecology or related discipline is required, as well as a minimum of three years' professional experience in an ecology-related role.



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